Monthly Archives: July 2009

July in Pictures

I found the longest burrito I have ever seen. It’s from a Mexican restaurant near the college. Wow, I was impressed. I was only able to finish half of it. I am not sure if I am coming back, it … Continue reading

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On melancholy, nostalgia and hope.

“Como todas las cosas estan llenas de mi alma emerges de las cosas llena del alma mia Mariposa de sueño, te pareces a mi alma, y te pareces a la palabra melancolía.” Pablo Neruda, Poema XV. Every time I pick … Continue reading

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3 unedited poems

I guess I am into the writing mood again. Here are some poems. First drafts, like always.  To be a poet To be a poet you have to be honest but do not tell everybody your wife’s business or the … Continue reading

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Pan Mexicano y Pan-Mexicano, Red and Black Column by Agustin Palacios

Picture from http://www.mexicocooks.typepad.com (I was asked to give the link, so here it is). So many breads to choose from. All those colors, shapes and flavors. My favorite Mexican bread son los ‘puerquitos.’ I eat them with my coffee. I … Continue reading

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I just finished reading The Hummingbird’s Daughter, by Luis Alberto Urrea

From The Hummingbird’s Daughter By Luis Alberto Urrea. “God can do the impossible,” he proclaimed. “Really?” she said. “They why does He not cure all of these suffering people, right now?” “I don’t know.” “Tell me which is worse, Pope … Continue reading

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